Medical Assistant - Per Diem - Surgery

Under direct supervision of the clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs work which requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations The Joint Commission (TJC).

Duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling of patient appointments and associated patient system screens, environmental care functions, equipment/supply management and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Other related duties as assigned.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Experience with prior authorization for Medications.

• Knowledge of medical terminology, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.

• Require initiative and the ability to prioritize demands.

• Must be able to work in a team environment.

• Obtain Vital Signs and document in EHR

• Performing 12- Lead EKG

• One (1) year Ambulatory Care experience.
• Two (2) years MA experience.
• Procedural experience.
• Scope Tech Experience.
• EPIC experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of FLOW process specific to UCSD community care.

• Required to float to other sites based on business needs.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $60,552 - $60,552 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $29.00 - $29.00

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).